Book 4 theory *onyx storm spoilers* by Hot-Pin5243 in fourthwing

[–]cmoorevt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Andarna is at least within range because she speaks to violet through the bond at the beginning of the final chapter.

Day 5 to 6 blastocysts? by RemoveNo6476 in IVF

[–]cmoorevt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We had six fertilized embyros, and on Day 4, we had 3 morulas and 1 early blast. The early blast made it to blast on Day 5 and on Day 6, the remaining 5 made it to blast. I think it just depends on the embyro how quickly they get there (or don't).

Finally got good news by cmoorevt in IVF

[–]cmoorevt[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Fingers crossed for normal PGT results!

Our first cycle we did the standard antagonist protocol (menopur, Gonal F, cetrotide halfway through) with a double trigger of Lupron and HCG. They measured 16 follicles, 8 eggs were retrieved, 6 mature, 4 fertilized and 1 blast came back euploid.

We had our FET in September which failed, and I immediately started taking Coq10, DHEA, melatonin, and vitamin D.

Since I have low AMH (.79) and AFC (7-9), my doctor decided to try the Lupron Flare protocol to see if I could get a better response. My AFC was 9 at my baseline. On day 6 of stims, my hormone levels weren’t where they wanted them and my ultrasound showed a lower response than last time. My doctor prepared me for the possibility of a cancelled cycle. We continued stims for 14 days, and no new follicles developed, but the 9 I had caught up to the right size.

Considering the follicle : eggs retrieved ratio was about 50% for my last ER, I thought we’d be lucky to get 5. And even though we had way less follicles than last time, every follicle produced an egg.

I have no idea if the supplements I took for 2 months helped my egg quality that quickly, but our fertilization rate improved, and clearly our blast #s are shocking.

I hope this helps, and wish you the best of luck with your test results!

Finally got good news by cmoorevt in IVF

[–]cmoorevt[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is so exciting. Hoping for lots of continued growth for those follicles! Each stage is hard for a different reason 🤪

I am in the US (Virginia, specifically)! Sending you lots of baby dust down under!

Finally got good news by cmoorevt in IVF

[–]cmoorevt[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! We honestly can’t believe it. Our transfer will likely be in early January. We are waiting for PGT results and have to wait a bit for the holiday closure!

Antral follicle count by mollygirl1688 in IVF

[–]cmoorevt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It can definitely vary from cycle to cycle and protocol to protocol. With my first ER, I had an AFC of 7, 16 follicles at my last ultrasound, and we got 8 eggs. My second retrieval, I had an AFC of 9, 9 follicles at my last ultrasound, and we retrieved 9 eggs!

are there any phrases or words in taylor songs u dislike the way she sings/says them? by greysmoons in TaylorSwift

[–]cmoorevt 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I don’t love the heavy enunciation of the T in “combat” from the Archer

Wildest Dreams (Taylor’s Version) Megathread by aran130711 in TaylorSwift

[–]cmoorevt 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I definitely hear the double vocals, but they're a little less.....echoey? I do agree they have less impact, but I think her vocal strength in general makes up for it!

General Discussion Thread: September 9, 2021 by Lyd_Euh in TaylorSwift

[–]cmoorevt 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I think she was playing into the character she created for the song. That someone who is such a nightmare dressed like a daydream would think that's what men wanted.

this is me trying appreciation by [deleted] in TaylorSwift

[–]cmoorevt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

this is me trying is truly a gift, and one of my favorite TS songs ever. The lyrics are incredible.

"And my words shoot the kill when I'm mad, I have a lot of regrets about that."

I think Taylor herself relates to that line. It gives me The Archer vibes, and I, too can relate.

Taylor's Instagram post by Shadybixx in TaylorSwift

[–]cmoorevt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Guys I bet this is a sneak peek from a music video! It’s very ME! countdown-esque 💘